1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
